Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants
Date Posted: 2/9/2023
Closing Date: Priority given to those that apply by 02/24/2023. 05/30/2023 is the last day to apply.
S2 Salary Range: $83,094 annually - $122,809 annually
S3 Salary Range: $93,480 annually - $151,116 annually
Job Summary
The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison — one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and recognized as a 2022 Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota and 2023 Top Workplace USA — has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who could all work elsewhere but choose public service as a calling, and we are actively building an internal culture that supports that calling.
The Office is currently seeking an experienced prosecutor in our Criminal Division.
The Criminal Division prosecutes complex felony cases at the request of county attorneys throughout the State of Minnesota. Prosecutors handle criminal cases from the investigation stage through trial and may also appear in postconviction matters. The prosecutors provide training to law enforcement agencies, county attorney offices, and other agencies involved in the criminal justice system. The Criminal Division employs paralegals to assist with the cases. The Criminal Division also has numerous attorneys who handle felony appeals for counties throughout the State and the prosecutors and appellate attorneys often collaborate with each other on issues that arise in both kinds of cases.
A Successful Candidate For This Position Should
- Have extensive experience in handling criminal cases in the district courts
- Demonstrate excellent skills in motion practice, trial strategy, witness preparation, and trials
- Be able to travel periodically throughout Minnesota, as cases can be venued anywhere in the state
- Contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with clients and members of the public
- Be able to litigate independently and make strategic legal decisions on a diverse caseload
- Multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines
- Work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and license to practice in the State of Minnesota
- Six (6) years of experience practicing criminal law as a prosecutor or defense attorney; and/or equivalent time in other legal areas as an appellate practitioner
- Ability to travel to counties across the state
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Strong research, analytical, and trial strategy skills
Along with a cover letter, applicants must also submit a writing sample of up to 5 pages.
To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have 12 years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ten (10) years of experience practicing criminal law as a prosecutor or defense attorney; and/or equivalent time in other legal areas as an appellate practitioner
- Experience using electronic files and case management tools
How To Apply
Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. We may hire more than one candidate. The deadline for first applications is Friday, February 24, 2023. We will continue to accept applications through May 30, 2023 for consideration for future hires.
- Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
- Apply for posting number 63049
- Direct Link
IMPORTANT! Applicants must submit a writing sample of up to 5 pages with their cover letter.
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Jake Pleschourt at jake.pleschourt@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1057.
Why Work For Us
Diverse Workforce
Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.
